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Hunt also said she aimed to "inspire others", suggesting she "brought hope" to a group of schoolchildren who she said had clapped and cheered in the gallery at the end of her public address.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2022

Mr Robinson, 36, said pupils had clapped him in corridors and "everyone was really supportive and warm".

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2019

Mr. Meyer, who had clapped a knitted cap on his head that had been made by his mother-in-law, was feeding turkey bits to the dog, while Ms. Holness and I lolled in our seats.

From New York Times • Dec. 24, 2016

THE Philippine police had clapped two senators in jail by June 26th and had two secure hospital rooms ready for a third as they began rounding up politicians accused of stealing public funds.

From Economist • Jun. 26, 2014

The crowd had clapped, and Jonas had grinned.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry